Why It Works  /  What People Say About Us

Testimonials from Some
of Our Many Clients

Since 2000, thousands of professional coaches world wide have benefited from learning the proven, step-by-step Coach & Grow R.I.C.H. system to attract more clients and build their coaching business.

Here are just some of the hundreds of success stories and testimonials we have received.

14 Clients from One Talk!

“I have been speaking for the last several years—but very rarely got coaching clients from my talks. Then a colleague suggested I join C&GR Virtual U to learn how to improve the results from my speaking. So I did, thinking ‘one more marketing program—I could teach these in my sleep.

Was I ever wrong about your program being just another marketing program! You have a system. A system! (I am a fan of great systems!)

I recently spoke at a conference of fitness trainers. I followed your scripts and system and out of the 41 people at the conference, 24 signed up for comp sessions! I have conducted 18 so far and now have 14 new clients!

I became a great artist by using my own colors and your “paint by numbers” program. I love it!! I am excitedly figuring out my marketing plan based on all this for next year. I completely owe my success to you and your great C&GR system. Thanks for everything!! You guys ROCK!!”
—Casey Truffo, MS, MFT – Compassionate Consulting

A Full Practice with Increased Fees

“Thank you so much for C&GR! Within 6months of taking the program I had 28 clients, several speaking engagements and raised my fees 50% over what I initially charged. For any coach, new or veteran, this is a must take course. If you want to learn how to build a thriving, financially sustaining practice, you need to learn this system!”
—Linda Finkle – Washington, DC

16 New Clients in 8 Weeks!

“C&GR Virtual U has transformed my business. I studied the C&GR Virtual U course on how to create a coaching program and developed my own program, called The Personal Fulfillment Program. I sent out an announcement to everyone I knew, as recommended in the Grassroots marketing module.

Within 8 weeks I enrolled a total of 16 new clients for my group and my 1-1 practice. There are gems of wisdom and advice in every C&GR class. Thanks so much! I could not have done it without you.”
—Alisa Garber – Toronto, Canada

13 Clients, On Track for 20

“I just wanted to fill you in on my efforts, which have been fruitful thanks to C&GR. I currently have 13 paying clients and am on track to hit my goal of 20. I’ve been averaging 1-2 speaking gigs per month to attract potential clients.

This month I was interviewed and published in a local Capitol Hill paper “The Voice of The Hill” entitled Coaching for Life, and have gotten 2, possibly 3 new clients so far. This stuff works!

Finally, last summer I decided I wanted to coach from the beach so I bought a house and recently took my first coaching call there. Another goal achieved! Thanks again for your role in helping me create the business and life I really want!”
—Raphael Aquon – Washington, DC

Six New Two-Day Workshops

“Since starting C&GR Virtual U I have had so many amazing opportunities walk right up to me and bowl me over. Off the top of my head, these include 3 paid speaking engagements, 5 new coaching clients and 6 (yes that’s six) 2-day workshops being organised by people who are just grateful for me to turn up and do what I do. A newspaper has rung me and asked to do a story on me. An IT magazine has rung me and asked to do a story on me (great kick in the pants to get my website up); and all this is absolutely priceless to me.

Sure, I may have been able to do it on my own eventually. However, I really believe that C&GR has been the catalyst. I thank you guys from the bottom of my heart!”
—Sibylle Austin – Chinchilla, Australia

Five New Clients in a Few Short Weeks

“I still can’t believe the incredible value of your program! Each teleclass is worth the price of the entrance fee! I have found your program to be an amazing adjunct to my coaches training. I especially appreciate the down to earth practicality of Coach and Grow Rich. I have implemented each of your suggestions and have had amazing results! In the few short weeks, I have signed up five clients, had numerous complimentary sessions, am participating in a teleclass with one of my colleagues and have a speaking engagement lined up!

Some days I listen to your recordings in the morning and find myself applying your strategies during a networking session that evening. I can’t tell you enough how well your program works. It is as if you are right there looking over my shoulder! I have shared my successes with my other classmates at CTI and I am so glad to be able to recommend a program to my colleagues who also want to have a successful coaching practice.”
—Laurie Dupar – Granite Bay, CA

22 Clients in 10 months and Now Coaching Full Time!

“One year ago I was working full-time for a Natural Foods Company. In 10 months, I secured 22 paying clients and have transitioned to coaching full time! YES, a full practice in less than a year! I replaced my “job income” with a coaching business. I am more happy, fulfilled and balanced than ever before. I am living my dream by helping others do the same. Learn this system and hire a C&GR—it works!”
—Gurumeher Khalsa – Los Angeles CA

382% Increase in Eight Months!

“Coach & Grow R.I.C.H. rocks! It’s a proven system that works and I can attest if you follow it consistently over time you are guaranteed to build your practice. My business has increased an amazing 382% in just eight months! In fact, I just did a speaking engagement last week for 56 people and was paid handsomely for it. I secured 16 comp sessions, have completed 6 of these so far, and already have 5 new clients! I highly recommend C&GR to anyone who is serious and committed to really growing their business!”
—Denise Hedges – Hendersonville, NC

$500,000/year from Coaching

“Building a small business is tough and creating a thriving coaching practice even tougher. But, it can be done. Thanks to the C&GR system and specifically hiring a coach for practice-building, my coaching practice will exceed $500,000 in 2003!
Moreover, I am experiencing more joy and balance in my life than ever before. C&GR is dedicated to this profession and your success personally. This system works. I am proof of that!”
—Kathi Graham-Leviss

22 Clients and More Than $8,500 per Month!

“Since learning the C&GR system and coaching with Michael, my income has increased 60%. I now have 22 clients and my current is income level is more than $8500 per month. I am at “waiting list” status with private clients. I have also launched a new book/group program – attracting five times more clients than initially expected. Working with C&GR, I have enhanced my “vigilance” as a full-time business owner. I have renewed focus, accountability and follow through. I feel more confident in my ability to carry out my joyful mission in the world.”
—Marian Baker – Chicago, IL

400% Increase in Revenues and 8 New Clients in 10 days!

“C&GR’s ‘heart-felt, business’ philosophy has added dramatic sizzle to my coaching practice. I have had a 400% increase in revenues. What I used to earn in one month I now earn in one week. I presented a workshop to 77 people and had 1/3 of the audience desire a comp session. Unbelievable… 50% of the comp sessions became my clients in 10 crazy amazing days. Wouldn’t you like 8 new clients in 10 working days? I have also developed 6 Strategic Alliances which provide me a steady stream of clients and also a beautiful new granite kitchen island. I love C&GR and I love my coaching life!”
—Chere Bork, Health and Wellness Coach – Minneapolis, MN

Eight New Clients in Four Weeks

“The C&GR system flat-out works! All you need to do is DO IT! And the 1-1 coaching really helps me fine-tune my implementation of the marketing strategies and keeps me motivated. I am using free teleclasses as my primary marketing tool. Specifically, the two-step marketing system.

In just 4 weeks, I have secured 8 new clients! My income has gone up dramatically! Just as important, I am pursuing a niche that I truly love, and I’m loving it! Success breads success. Follow the system and allow yourself to be a “Rewarded, Inspired, Confident, Happy” coach. That’s what R.I.C.H. is!”
—Kevin Bates

Other Testimonials

“My business is going great! *I filled my practice and am a featured speaker at a national conference*. This program works!”
—Laurie Dupar – Sacramento, CA

“I have been with Coach U for one year and have had about 3-4 clients most months. After taking as many classes as possible for that first year, I felt ready to build my practice. The Coach and Grow R.I.C.H. group more than met my expectation, it transformed my coaching and my new practice. For example, this week, I signed 3 new clients. The focus on the complimentary session takes the pressure off the coach and off the potential client. It is a shift that is crucial and that basically leads to success. *Since I signed up for the group, I have signed up 9 new clients simply by focussing on the complimentary session*. Coach and Grow R.I.C.H. has come upon a powerful tool for success in building one’s practice. A tool all coaching students should avail themselves of.”
—Renee Missel, Creative Mind Coaching

“During the program, *I doubled the income from my coaching practice*. What else is there to say?”
—Elizabeth Austin, RN, CPCC – The Inside Out Life Design Coach

“This program gave me tools to keep myself on track towards my vision. I learned to focus my marketing efforts which saved me a lot of time! *I am now attracting clients with more intention and less effort* as a result of using the Coach and Grow R.I.C.H. System. I recommend this approach to anyone wanting to become a successful coach.”
—JoAnn Marini, MS – Certified Relationship Coach

“The Coach and Grow R.I.C.H. program was one of the best practice building learning that I have ever done. The material is awesome and the class keeps you moving through it. Key for me was the combination of metaphysical and practical exercises and advice. The decision/belief/dream section is imperative to getting your business to the next level. On the practical marketing side the light bulb came on when I realized that if I understood “how” I coached then I could market it. Also the advice about how to do a complimentary session, speaking and strategic alliances was hugely helpful. *Since taking the program I have 4 new clients, several complimentary session booked and a speaking engagement for 300 Professional Women*. Thanks Coach and Grow R.I.C.H.!”
—Anita Pizycki – Professional Development Coach

“CAGR provides great nuts and bolts knowledge and guidance for marketing a coaching business. By following their advice to develop a niche, *I have become an expert in a specific area and now attract more clients*. The C&GR approach for sample sessions and handling objections are also really effective. I highly recommend CAGR. It delivers!”
—Rachel Rosenfeld – San Francisco, California

“I took the Coach and Grow R.I.C.H. program when I knew I’d found my passion in coaching but had no concept of the business end of coaching. They took logical, detailed steps to show me how to grow my business. *Not only is my coaching business growing wonderfully, the program helped me define who I am as a coach*. That, in turn, made marketing (and self-confidence) a breeze. They truly saved my business and my soul’s passion.”
—Alinda Lord – Los Angeles, CA

”*I’ve signed on five clients since taking the class* and am feeling more and more confident in my abilities to market myself. Spreading the word about your work and class. Thanks for your incredibly effective program.”
—Adele Fuller – Life Coach

”*My practice doubled in size!!* I was able to determine a powerful price point for my coaching that allowed me to feel confident when approaching potential clients. Thanks a million!!”
—Leah Vanpoelvoorde – Phoenix, AZ

”*I’m really glad I took the Coach and Grow R.I.C.H. program* when I started my private coaching practice. Learning these tried and true marketing principles at the outset has saved me lots of time and money!”
—Rama Yaffe – Los Angeles, CA

”*I cannot imagine any coach who is truly committed to establishing a thriving coaching practice to pass up Coach & Grow R.I.C.H.* The innovative and practical tools and strategies that it offers, along with their supportive, warm, and articulate presentation style, makes it fun and clear how you will create the coaching practice you have dreamed of having. I enthusiastically recommend this program!”
—Al Spicer, CPCC – Personal Effectiveness Coach

”*I just love the C&GR Action Group*. In fact, I really can’t think of anything you could do to improve it! (And that’s unusual for me.) I have learned more about marketing and growing in the last month than I ever imagined possible. The camaraderie is great. The topics are exactly what we need, and there is more than enough support on the website to really get a grasp of the material. The workbooks contain just the right amount of weekly homework, and when I do it, I really feel empowered. Thank you, thank you, thank you.”
—Dr. Lauren Outland – Life by Design

“The C&GR programme offers an easy to follow and very effective system and I have no hesitation in recommending it to anyone wanting to build a successful coaching practice. I love “Mastering the Comp Session” module and *have converted all prospects I’ve actually wanted to coach into fee paying clients* since I did that module. If you’re looking to build a successful coaching practice, don’t hesitate, register right away.”
—Carolyn Smith – Auckland, New Zealand

”*I love what you teach about defining your target market*. I was afraid to do it at first—I didn’t want to limit myself. I thought, “I can coach anyone. If I exclude people, I’ll be cutting back on potential clients.” However, I eventually realized that that attitude was not getting me clients either. During your class I found a niche I am really passionate about and focused my marketing. Boy am I glad I did! As soon as I “announced” my niche market to everyone I knew, I got great support. I was featured in an article on the subject of home business in a local newspaper because I am now seen as an “expert.” From that article, I not only got clients, but also speaking engagements. My practice is finally taking off. Thanks so much!”
—Sarah Zeldman

”*Thanks for your great program!* I had already chosen Moms, in groups and individually, as my target market. But I still felt myself floundering when preparing marketing materials. I now realize that I hadn’t identified just what I wanted to coach them on. I feel like I just jumped over another hurdle on my way to a practice that fills with ease. Thank you!”
—Nancy Joza

”*Thank you for your great program!* Before I took it I felt lost, even though I knew coaching was for me. I now know what I offer as a coach and how to articulate that, my target market and how to find them and how to set prices with pride, confidence and competence. Thank you for giving me the tools I needed to build a successful business. I can’t recommend your program enough, especially for new coaches.”
—Yulita Yoo – Life Coach – Hong Kong

”*I treasured this class*, and not only the strategically and well thought out business approach, but also the supportive environment and friendships made. This class is for the novice, as well as the seasoned coach, and I recommend it to every coach.”
—Lori Rubenstein

”*The Coach & Grow R.I.C.H. program was extremely beneficial to build my coaching business*. It provided me with the coaching knowledge, sales skills & creativity to take my business that step further. Thank you got an excellent program!”
—Jafree Ozwald, Akashick Life Coach

“Having resisted choosing a target market and niche, I now know that making that choice with the help of the group has been the single powerful benefit of this wonderful program. Instead of limiting me, it has given me the focus and enthusiasm to build my business effectively and to share the benefits of coaching more successfully. The Coach and Grow RICH program is comprehensive, and the Action Group brings it alive. *The cost is a bargain for what I have gotten*. It should be a requirement for graduation from every coaching school.”
—Adele Michal – Coaching Creative Professionals

”*I’m thrilled with both my progress and the C&GR program*. Just like my clients, I thrive on the direction, sharing, and accountability each session offers! I NOW have truly international coaching group with whom I share best practices, tools, and successes.”
—Betsy Olinger – Charlotte, NC

”*The group training, along with the accountability it provides, has been extremely valuable* in forcing me to focus and get into action around reaching my niche. Moreover, the insights and methodology that comes from explaining “how” I coach has led to a range of possibilities for finding clients, projects and revenue. The C&GR system has added a new level of professionalism to my practice, which means I’m having more fun coaching and marketing it. This program is great for new coaches, but perhaps even more valuable for experienced coaches looking to “de-clutter” the possibilities and generate a clear, strong focus for their future.”
—Jeff Balin, MBA, CPCC – Executive Coach

”*I have gleaned an enthusiasm and commitment for my business* that would not have happened had I been attempting this solo. The expertise and professionalism of the group members, as well as their willingness to bring heart and head to the calls, is truly inspiring. I have moved so far in just a couple of weeks. I have no doubt my coaching practice will be well launched by the time we are complete. Thank you for the vision to bring this model to all of us. It is awesome.”
—Sally Jo Blair

”*The Coach & Grow R.I.C.H. course represented a quantum leap* in, not only my coaching practice, but also in how I see myself as a person and a coach in general. This course absolutely refined and defined me as a coach more than any other tool or program I have ever been exposed to. The combination of the incredibly focused structure of the course and the undeniable authenticity, passion and commitment to this profession of the developer and instructors of Coach & Grow R.I.C.H. allowed me to settle in to my own authenticity as a human being and as a coach. That is our place of power and passion and when we come from that ALL is possible.”
—Brian Scott Fritz – Lifeshift Technologies

“C&CR far exceeded any of my expectations. I learned so much more and especially enjoyed the camaraderie of our class. As the weeks progressed I was able to better identify who I am and what I have to offer, and even more valuable, exactly who my ideal clients are and the value I bring to our coaching relationships. I also enjoyed learning the concept of pricing which I had never thought of that way before. I’ll always remember the role plays and have found the suggestions already a great help in building my practice. *C&GR is by far the best investment I’ve made in my coaching career*!

Just to share, I spoke to a women’s group at my church this evening. Here are the stats: 36 attended, 30 returned my Comment Form, 23 requested at least one of my services, 17 asked to receive my ezine, “Motivational Moments,” 14 want to know of future programs, 10 want to schedule a complimentary section (yeah!), 4 are interested in group coaching/teleclasses and 3 know of organizations who would be interested in having me speak. I’m pleased!”
—Martha Lanier – Atlanta, Georgia

”*I now I have the steps on how to build my business*. I have no doubt that taking these actions on a consistent basis will grow my business. I look forward to integrating all that I’ve learned and practiced on the calls into my daily actions; I look forward to coaching and growing rich in many ways.”
—Maria Cristini, CPCC – San Francisco, CA

”*Thank you for a really great course*, it was excellent. I gained wonderful insight, learned a lot more about closing sample sessions and about how to market my business.”
—Hazel Palache

“I began the CGR program with 18 clients, and wanted to take my practice to the next level. *During the program I attracted 5 new clients!* I appreciate the easy, fun momentum that you created for me in going to the next level in my coaching practice! Thank you!”
—Karen A. Cappello, MA, ACC

“I am sad that our last call is tomorrow. *The class has been excellent*. I have taken several different teleclasses and without a doubt, your program is far above the rest. I have learned tons. The most valuable has been both creating a vision and then how to actually give a sample session. Very excellent. I wish you continued success.”
—Jackie Coleman

“I want to take this opportunity to give you a little feedback on the course. While taking the teleclass hasn’t (yet) led directly to any clients, it has led directly to: greater self-esteem, *greater confidence, greater direction, greater clarity, greater belief, greater understanding, greater movement*. Thanks! You and your course are great.”
—Julie N. Serritella – Life Coach

“Thank you very much for giving me the exact tools I needed to grow my practice. It is without a doubt they work. I implemented everything I learned and VOILA! *I gained 4 clients in 2 days*. Before your program it would sometimes take over 30 days to gain 1. This is thrilling!”
—Mildred DeJesus – Los Angeles, CA

“As a new coach, I suffered from “information constipation.” That is, I wasn’t confident and didn’t think I could be until I learned just a little bit more. The first area of the CAGR program that focused on making the decision to have the coaching practice of your dreams and building your belief were critical for me. *I became much more confident in my coaching abilities* and what made me unique right now. As a result, I have designed a coaching program for moms and started leading teleclasses—something I probably never would have done so quickly without having participated in this program. I absolutely loved it!”
—L’Tanya Durante – Life Coach

”*Thank you so very much for your program*. By working the program with your support and guidance, I have gained clarity and focus and am beginning to soar with my marketing efforts. One of the best returns on my investment in your program came this morning when I was a guest at a networking organization’s meeting. On the spur of the moment I was asked to give a 60 second commercial about my business and who/what a good referral to my business would look like. Not only was I able to clearly communicate to the group, but I was able to do it with humor, passion and leaving them something to think about. The immediate result, 4 of the professionals in the room (a lawyer, a mortgage broker, a marketing entrepreneur, and an insurance broker) approached me and stated that they were very interested in sending ‘all’ of their clients to me. One of these professionals is even interested in receiving a Complimentary session for herself. Wow! What a difference you have made in my life and in accelerating the growth of my business. Sincerest thanks and warm wishes!”
—Deborah Bayer – Results Coaching Associates

“I knew I had committed fully to being the best coach I could be for my clients even before I began your program. My “ah ha” was that, until I took the CGR program, I did not realize that I had not committed to my practice as a “business” – my business. That realization reframed my thinking and has helped me to make better business decisions. My service to the client and how I coach have not changed at all. What I do differently is how I market myself and how I structure complimentary sessions. I serve the client’s need for value, and my needs to build a strong, profitable business. Also, I thought I had a niche and a target market before I took the class, although I had struggled for years with my “elevator speech.” I think it took just a couple of weeks to clarify my niche, which led easily to the elevator speech. Narrowing my target to writers helped me focus much better than when I called my target “creative people.” Finally, I discovered two people in the course who live in my area. One I already knew superficially, the other not at all. We formed a buddy group that has become an important part of our lives, and we are continuing to meet even though the class is finished. They have helped me immensely in more ways that I can write here. *You are great at making all of this so much fun!* This is serious business, as each of knows, but playing with it and laughing a lot increases the learning – at least for me it does. Thanks for everything!”
—Nancy Weil Brown – Certified Professional Co-Active Coach

“I started C&GR with 5 clients. *After just 2 months I have a total of 11 clients, 3 strategic partners in place, and a local news story!* You probably are asking yourself how did all of this happen and so quickly? It is the direct result of following the CGR program! This stuff DOES WORK! Especially the daily action of listening to your decision statement, belief statement, belief narrative, and future letter. I was skeptical at first and then forced myself to try it for 2 weeks. Now it is the very thing I look forward to after I take a morning mediation walk. Good luck to all the coaches out there! Stick with the program and if you haven’t found an absolutely fabulous coach to partner with, find one! I have 2 and they are amazing!”
—Kelley Doyle – Charlotte, NC

“I cannot thank you enough for all the help and great information I’ve found through the C&GR site and the Virtual U. Not only have your teachings helped me to gain new clients **(4 out of 4 from a recent speaking engagement, one speech that is leading to a retreat engagement, and more than 2 dozen comp sessions that raised my confidence level immensely!)**, I have now been chosen as a featured speaker for the annual Coachville Conference in June.”
—Dianne M. Daniels – Norwich, CT

”*I LOVE the templates you provide*. I just finished the lesson about grassroots marketing and decided I wanted to send my letters out right away. And the truth is, I would not have done it if you didn’t provide sample letters I could use. Your letters are worded perfectly – all I did was customize it to my target market and niche. Thank you for making it so easy to take action!”
—Julie D. Raque – Louisville, Kentucky

”*Thank you, Thank you, Thank you!* I finally got my first client! One client may not mean a whole lot to some coaches, but it means the world of opportunity to me. I was really struggling and on the verge of throwing in the towel. But I followed the program and listened intently to the Complimentary Session teleclass. I know for a fact, without a doubt, that I absolutely, 100% would not have this client without the Coach and Grow R.I.C.H. System.”
—Tracy Thomas – Elk Grove, CA

”*Thanks so much for your great material*. I recently spoke at an association meeting and out of 17 people who filled out the evaluation I had 6 people ask for a comp session and 10 people want to sign up for my e-zine (which I haven’t even started yet). I followed your script for introducing a comp session during a speaking gig and was amazed at how easy it was not to mention the great response. I am looking forward to working through the rest of the material and can only imagine the great results yet to come. Thanks again!”
—Sharon Worsley – Life Strategy Coach

“I signed up for the program last week and have been working through the modules. *I wish I had done this earlier!* I certainly feel very energised and inspired about what to do and where to go with my coaching practice now. Your material, even at this early stage, has been the most effective I have seen in clarifying not only what I am going to do as a coach but why I am doing it.”
—Geoff Jackson – First Step Coaching

“If you are serious about building a successful coaching business then *C&GR is a must*. Outstanding value at a fraction of its true worth.
—Jeremy Dugdale, PhD – London, United Kingdom

”*I LOVE your program!* Last night, I used your comp session format for the first time and I landed a new full-paying client with no objections. I felt more focused and had more fun and obviously was more productive than I have been in the past. Your program is easily worth 100 times its cost. Thank you!”
—Lin Schreiber – Barrington, Massachusettes

”*I just wanted to let you know how fantastic I think the Coach and Grow R.I.C.H. program is*. I can see that if I follow it, I will develop a sustaining coaching practice. You have enabled me to put some structure to figure out step by step how to do this, which for me is just what I needed. It is so exciting!
—Ivy Algazy – Melville, NY

“Just had to write and say—*you guys ROCK!* Have just started your training and am so inspired and motivated by it. Love your style and Love your content! Thanks again!”
—Katrina Baldwin – Queensland, Australia

“Thank you so much for the Coach & Grow R.I.C.H. program. *I just completed 2 comp calls using your method* and closed one on the spot. The other person will probably become a client in a couple of weeks!

I’ve done comp sessions in the past with mixed results. This methodology really works for me and for the client. In the past my sessions ran too long. (I was always trying to provide tons of value and was never sure if I had or not.) Your method helps me to keep the call to the 30-40minutes I planned for with no pressure to uncover something huge to make them become a client. I now realize that I was providing value in my calls before. I just didn’t have a framework by which to measure it.

Last Tuesday I spoke to a local Chamber of Commerce. From that I got 5 appointments to do comp sessions! I’ve done some speaking before but this time I got more comp sessions than ever. I mentioned it twice in my presentation because I felt so confident that I could give them a valuable session in 30 minutes. Thank you! Thank you! This program is definitely worth it.”
—Alvah Parker – Career and Business Coach

”*I am so inspired by your work*. You stand out from the crowd, and I want to share with you what it is I find so valuable:
1. You have been consistently generous with your time, information, and resources.
2. You have kept your prices very affordable.
3. You have a simple process that people easily understand and can do. It reminds me of the Weight Watchers points system. The program is infallible. It is so simple and understandable. When I followed that wonderful program I lost weight. When I followed your program, I got clients. A simple program plus the motivation to follow it is the formula for success. The only reason I didn’t lose more weight (or get more clients) was because I misplaced the motivation to continue with these simple and ‘perfect’ programs.
4. Having misplaced my motivation could have meant the end of the program. Unlike Weight Watchers, C&GR kept gently showing up with generous and sincere offers to motivate me. You send out just the right number of announcements and offers without ever sounding desperate or insincere. You have a genuine interest in helping coaches to thrive. I totally get it and am profoundly grateful.”
—Viveca Monahan – Seattle, WA

“I’d like to take this opportunity to let you know how much I appreciate your web site, materials and class. I’ve been around coaching since 1996, this is my 3 time of starting a private practice. *Your system, by far, really nails it on the head on “how to” build a practice.* I have a sales and mktg. background… and still, when applies to one’s own business… well, it’s just different. The information is so clear and explained step, by step, by step. Thank you!”
—Gina Concotelli – San Diego, CA

“Your company’s program was recommended to me and I am working my way through the third module today. I coach single people who want to be in committed relationships. *Once I got my “who” on Wednesday that was it for me. I officially launched my business on Thursday* by filing Success Strategies Life Coaching at the court house, and calling my community center to see whether I could have a workshop there – They said yes. On Tuesday morning, I worked with a friend on my website, and on Tuesday afternoon after the complimentary session, I had my first client. Wow! If that’s what your program does for my first week in business, I am strapping on my seatbelt for the ride. I can’t wait to see what happens when I get business cards. Think of all the single people I can help thanks to you.”
—Kerry Hannigan Plancon – Lake Ridge, VA

“What I got out of the class was for me to really learn how to market the coaching. I feel pretty confident in how I coach, but I was very ignorant about how to go about developing the business and presenting it in such a way that I could talk about coaching to persons who would be interested in hiring a coach and doing it in a way such that it would be done professionally and give an understanding of what it is about and what benefits it would bring to them. I would definitely recommend this as a course for people who are interested in coaching as a profession.”
—Rev. Walter Bryant, Sr. Pastor Mt Pisgah Baptist Church, Tanners, VA

“The Coach & Grow R.I.C.H. system is very practical. It’s a very excellent system and I think for people serious about building a coaching practice and really doing this in a serious way, it’s a very excellent system. It makes a lot of sense and there’s a lot of truth that you recognize as you go through this.”
—Rev. J. Gary Butler, Director Potomac Park Camp (Assemblies of God), Falling Waters, WV

“I would say that on a scale of 1-10 with ten being useful, I would give this Coach & Grow R.I.C.H. class a ten. What I got out of it was a method, which is what I lacked most. Now I have a foundation to build on and it’s something I can keep working on. So for me it was the method and the tangible result of having homework which forced me to produce something.”
—Gina Helms, TLC Leadership Coach and Trainer Chesapeake, VA

“For me C&GR taught me how to market. I’m developing more confidence in my coaching ability and my opportunities are expanding and I now feel a lot more confident that I have a system that will help me market it. I really enjoyed hearing from other people that have business experience. To know that this is what other people are doing ministered to me a lot-it validated what we were learning as opposed to just thinking that somebody came up with these ideas and maybe they’ll work and maybe they won’t. I found the teleclasses to be very helpful to me.”
—Lyn Eichmann, TLC Leadership Coach and Trainer Virginia Beach, VA

“The Coach & Grow R.I.C.H. course was useful to put the aspect of one-on-one marketing together, which is something that I wasn’t familiar with or knew how to do well at all. I wouldn’t have had any idea of how to effectively sell this service one-on-one…or even in a large setting. I probably would have done the only thing I know how to do which is send out postcards and ask around for referrals. So this was extremely useful in learning how to put things that I’m naturally good at, such as public speaking and conversations, and putting that together in marketing coaching.”
—E. Scott Harvey, TLC Leadership Coach and Trainer Columbus, OH

“The C&GR course has been valuable to me. The way things are presented were very good. The ideas are solid. The manual, the homework are very good. I think it is especially valuable to have this as a teleclass because it was good to interact with others who are involved in coaching and who are taking this. It was a very good course—very worthwhile, and I would recommend it.”
—John Nowacki, Corporate Executive UNISYS, Baltimore, MD

“Coach & Grow R.I.C.H. talks about the business side of coaching. It lays out a very clear, very systematic process of going about building your client base and building your coaching business. The materials are very clear. I thought starting with the belief and dream module and laying that out was a great place to start for anything—not just for building your coaching business, but for building any type of business…even a relationship. Starting with that and getting very clear on the who and the what, clear on the how so you can market it with a marketing strategy, and then the pricing piece was very, very good also. I feel much more comfortable about moving forward as a result of this course.”
—Tim Schofield, TLC Leadership Coach and Trainer Springboro, OH

“Even though I had to miss a number of the classes, I found that it was extremely helpful in putting together a coaching proposal. I didn’t know what to charge in terms of the value of my offerings. I listened to the one session on how to determine your value and then I had the opportunity to chat with the instructor, and it really provided me with some wonderful guidance and input on how to structure my proposal. I would have really been lost without it. This course was really helpful.”
—Veronica Karakan. TLC Leadership Coach, Virginia Beach, VA

“I really enjoyed this course tremendously. It was of great value to me. I just completed the TLC program and it filled in the gaps…I feel like I really have a completed coaching experience of how to do it all. Not only how to coach effectively, but how to run a coaching practice. C&GR answered all the questions that I had and I’m so glad that I was able to do it. I have really enjoyed receiving and gleaning from all the people that were on the calls.”
—Nashawn Turner, TLC Leadership Coach, Kapolei, HI

“Everything really changed for me by taking the C&GR class. I look at the doors that are opening for me after coaching full-time for a year, and those doors can be traced right back to revelations that I had either through our discussions when I share in the teleclass or peer meetings, or simply from reading and listening to the material. All the doors the Lord has opened in coaching have been the direct result of that. One example is that the Lord has changed my thinking about giving away value and not being afraid to do so. The rewards from that alone have already come back double from what I gave out, so again this has just changed everything. I could probably talk about several different things, but to sum it up, overall I think that all the praise reports I have in my life about what the Lord is doing in terms of my coaching business have come as a result of this course.”
—Jodi Wozniak, TLC Leadership Coach and Trainer Virginia Beach, VA

“I thought this was a very good class. It was very comprehensive and informative. I got to try some of the stuff and it works. For myself, it’s a challenge as kind of an opportunistic thinker, to narrow down my strategies and my niche and then apply myself in those areas. But I now have the tools to make it happen. It’s just a matter of finding the time to apply and follow through and be consistent.”
—Will Meier, TLC Leadership Coach and Trainer, Manchester, CT

“My experience in the C&GR teleclass was extremely beneficial in many ways. As a new coach launching my own business I was in need of clarity as to the essential foundations for building a viable practice. C&GR provided just such a resource. By identifying my ‘who’ and ‘what’ I have been able to focus my marketing efforts. Also, for someone with no previous marketing background, the marketing train paradigm was helpful. Most importantly, by providing periodic peer appointments and teleclasses I received the encouragement and accountability to ensure that I turned the insights into action. Thank you for facilitating this experience.”
—Rev. Rich Coffelt, TLC Leadership Coach, Virginia Beach, VA

“This course was helpful because of the focus on specific ways to do business development. I found the information on developing a marketing system very helpful. The speaking venue was already on my radar but after taking the class, I realized that it is vital for me to develop strategic alliances to market effectively. Thank you for sharing your expertise.”
—Roberta Fauntroy, TLC Leadership Coach Virginia Beach, VA

“What C&GR has done is given me some insight into the difference between a coaching practice and a coaching business. It has really given me an understanding of marketing as I have no background whatsoever in marketing and I’ve always disliked selling. I learned that you don’t have to sell coaching, but that you market it through comp sessions. It was very valuable in dealing with the who and what of my niche. I’ve always been in an arena where I tried to serve everyone instead of just focusing on the expertise that I have. I’ve learned now to stay within my niche.”
—Rev. Danny Mott, TLC Leadership Coach and Trainer Laurel, MD

“I ran into people who when I told them I was taking a marketing class they said, ‘Oh you don’t need to market yourself, just use word of mouth.’ And I see now how that is just not true. I see the value in learning a system to market. It created a whole shift in my thinking from marketing defined as trying to get clients to instead going after comp sessions. Then the comp session is designed to determine the fit more than anything else. That takes all the pressure off so that you’re free to do that which you do best, i.e., coach. It’s just a phenomenal course.”
—Letitia Stones, TLC Leadership Coach Virginia Beach, VA

“Everything about the course was a plus to me. From starting with articulating my belief and moving on to my who, my what, and my how. I initially had some resistance to narrowing my focus down to just nurses, but it has been the greatest thing for me because now I know who to offer my comp sessions to and it’s easy because I really have the heart for it. It just made so much sense. And to think that I’m marketing myself kinda makes me laugh because I can do it in a way that suites me just perfectly.”
—Dr. Doris Young, RN, TLC Leadership Coach and Trainer Norfolk, VA

“The course really built my belief in my ability to coach. It taught me not to sell myself short and to really appreciate what I had to offer. That was very fundamental in the C&GR program. Secondly, I really appreciate having a marketing framework that I can work with—one that is user friendly and easy to apply.”
—Erna Kriigel, TLC Leadership Coach, Hampton, GA

“The C&GR course really has been life changing for me. “I’ve just completed the C&GR Virtual U curriculum and have $55,000 of new committed coaching revenue. With Coach & Grow R.I.C.H. and the leadership of Michelle Schubnel’s strategic partner Dr. Jerry Graham, I’m convinced that this is only the beginning of more success. Now I need more coaches thanks to Michelle’s and Jerry’s energy and C&GR’s positive coaching program.”
—Ben Stewart, President, FastForward Companies, Inc. Wendell, NC

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